Restaurants are full of varying temperatures and smells, so they need good air quality to be a safe and enjoyable place to work and dine. Restaurant owners can team up with HVAC contractors to improve the air quality in their kitchens. Here, the team at Kauai Air Conditioning & Refrigeration in Kapaa, HI, shares why ventilation is necessary in the food service industry.

3 Reasons Restaurant Kitchens Require Ample Ventilation According to HVAC Contractors

1. To Replace Supply Air

While food is cooking, it gives off steam, heat, and scents, creating supply air. Hood vents remove some of this air, but regular ventilation exchange units are also needed to constantly cycle the air from inside the kitchen to outside. This should include a filtering system to bring in fresh air and reduce the intensity of food smells, improve temperature control, and improve the overall air quality.

2.  To Prevent Negative Air Pressure

Have you ever cooked on a stove only to have the burner go out when someone opens a door? This is a result of negative air pressure. An HVAC contractor can help you reduce this factor by mitigating drafts and creating ample replacement air, so you can better control heating elements.

3. To Reduce Energy Bills

The various appliances in the kitchen that depend on vastly different temperatures, like the oven and the refrigerator, tend to compete at the expense of your utility bill. HVAC contractors will assess the heating and cooling elements in your restaurant and recommend better ventilation and exhaust systems to reduce this issue and make the environment more comfortable for staff and diners.

When you’re ready to invest in better ventilation for your restaurant kitchen, talk to the HVAC contractors at Kauai Air Conditioning & Refrigeration. With 27 years of experience, their well trained team will help you improve the comfort and efficiency of your home or business. Call (808) 822-2770 or visit the website for information on their residential and commercial services, from installations and repairs to maintenance.